Lecturer Department of Food science and Technology- CAVM at UNIVERSITY OF RWANDA: (Deadline 9 August 2022)

Lecturer Department of Food science and Technology- CAVM at UNIVERSITY OF RWANDA: (Deadline 9 August 2022)

Job description

A. POSITION: Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in Food Biotechnology
B. RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Teaching  Prepare subjects to be taught as presented in modules
 Teach subjects in his area of specialization
 Evaluate students through continual assessment tests and examinations
2. Research & innovation  Prepare research proposals in line with his/her area of specialization and institutional thematic areas
 Attract internal and external funding for research
 Conduct research activities aiming at solving community problems
 Publish research results at national, regional and international levels
 Supervise/co-supervise PhD and Masters students and Postdoctoral fellows
3.Community Outreach  Disseminate research findings to relevant stakeholders
 Elaborate research-based policy briefs for policy makers
4.Consultancy  Involvement in organizing national scientific conferences and workshops
 Conduct consultancy activities in his/her area of specialization
 Compete successfully for income generating consultancies and grants

C. REQUIREMENTS:
1. PhD in Food Biotechnology/Molecular Biology or related discipline

2. Showing a proof of publication in recognized peer reviewed journals (at least 2 publication points for the position of Lecturer or at least 5 points for the position of Senior Lecturer)

3. Having proof of teaching experience from a recognized institution of higher learning (at least 3 years as Lecturer for the position of Senior Lecturer).

4. Having supervised at least 2 Masters students for food science and technology or related program (for the position of Senior Lecturer).

5. Having Proficiency in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Enzymology, Industrial Microbiology, Protein Biotechnology, etc.

6.Being a proactive teacher, who is professional with teamwork skills and have the ability to conduct research independently.

D. NUMBER OF POSITION: 1